- Unit Code & NameBN1316B The Story of Jesus, Gospel and Early Church
- Description
This unit will give you an opportunity to explore the captivating New Testament stories, using various lenses to interpret the meaning and relevance of them for your life and mission.
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- DisciplineDelivery ID: 50012
- LevelUndergraduate Level 1
- Semester4. Semester 2, 2024
- Delivery ModeOnline
- Date
29 July 2024 - 1 November 2024
Students are expected to attend all online sessions scheduled weekly, on Thursdays at 7.00 - 8.00 pm AEST:
- 1 August
- 8 August
- 15 August
- 22 August
- 29 August
- 5 September
- 12 September
- 19 September
- 10 October
- 17 October
- 24 October
- 31 October
We recommend that you allocate 9 hours a week for all study activities.
- Lecturer(s) Reverend Dr Arseny Ermakov
- Prerequisites
No prerequisites required.
Please note: This is a new EBC unit which contains similar content to the Introduction to the New Testament unit.
- Learning Activities
Teaching and learning in the unit occur through various student-centered learning experiences. Apart from undertaking assessment-for-learning tasks, students will engage with guided readings, exegetical exercises, knowledge applications, reflections, podcasts, video lessons, etc. Online workshops will provide spaces for peer-to-peer learning and developing discipline-specific and soft skills.
*This unit is offered at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level. Students may engage with people across both levels when this unit is delivered.
- Assessments
1 x 800 word Report - 15%
1 x 2,000 word Essay - 50%
1 x 1,200 word Portfolio - 35%
- Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, it is expected that students will be able to:
1. Outline key content of New Testament narratives giving attention to their historical and literary contexts.
2. Identify major theological themes of the New Testament.
3. Use basic exegetical skills for interpreting selected New Testament texts.
4. Apply insights gained from the New Testament to a variety of life and ministry situations.
- Text Books
There is no required text for this unit.